Job summary
Due to retirements we have a rare opportunity for two or three candidates to join the small and friendly team of Porters at Alnwick Infirmary. Two positions are available -
Post 1 - full time post hrs per week worked over a 3 week shift pattern over Monday - Sunday between the hours of 0630am and 2130pm. This post could also be worked as an equal job share between two candidates of 18.75 hrs per week each.
Post 2 - part time post hrs - currently worked as Monday - Friday 0900am-1330pm, although some flexibility is required.
Please state within your supporting information which post / how many hours you are interested in.
Other hours may also be available
Driving duties form part of this role therefore a full, clean UK driving licence is essential for this role.
The post will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
To provide a comprehensive Porter service to all Wards andDepartments on site to be flexible in approach to work and undertake otherduties that are assigned under the role.
The provision of a high quality, efficient customer orientated Porteringservice and compliance with the Trust Patient Confidentiality Policy.
Driving duties are an essential part of this role - to facilitate collection and deliveries of bloods, specimens, post and other items from surrounding GP surgeries, clinics and hospital sites.
Some general cleaning duties.
About us
NHFM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Established in 2012, NHFM provide specialist project management services for large and small capital developments, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services. Carrying out facilities management for a state-of-the-art specialist emergency care hospital - The Northumbria, three general hospitals - North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham hospitals - and a number of smaller community hospitals and clinic sites, we cover one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country.
Work for us and you will be making a real difference to the NHS and the thousands of people who use our services each year. Visit our website for more information about who we are and benefits of working for us.
Details
Date posted
23 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
SC
Job locations
Alnwick Infirmary
South Road
Alnwick
NE66 2NS
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate would be required to assist in the direction of patients and visitors as well as the following:
The conveyance and movement of patients by wheelchair, stretcher etc.
The collection and delivery of linen, refuse, clinical waste trolleys, food trolleys, stores, beds, bedding, furniture, equipment and records to designated area.
The sorting of incoming mail and franking of external mail as required.
Reception and movement of medical gas cylinders within Health and Safetyguidelines.
Removal of refuse from waste bins located outside the hospital entrance, on a daily basis.
Daily cleaning of external areas situated at hospital entrances.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate would be required to assist in the direction of patients and visitors as well as the following:
The conveyance and movement of patients by wheelchair, stretcher etc.
The collection and delivery of linen, refuse, clinical waste trolleys, food trolleys, stores, beds, bedding, furniture, equipment and records to designated area.
The sorting of incoming mail and franking of external mail as required.
Reception and movement of medical gas cylinders within Health and Safetyguidelines.
Removal of refuse from waste bins located outside the hospital entrance, on a daily basis.
Daily cleaning of external areas situated at hospital entrances.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* General education
Experience
Essential
* Conflict resolution/Physical intervention techniques.
* Basic knowledge of the law.
* To observe the confidentiality of information acquired in the course of work,
Desirable
* Previous experience
* A sound knowledge of Portering procedures, and the ability to follow procedures to ensure effective and efficient security systems.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* General education
Experience
Essential
* Conflict resolution/Physical intervention techniques.
* Basic knowledge of the law.
* To observe the confidentiality of information acquired in the course of work,
Desirable
* Previous experience
* A sound knowledge of Portering procedures, and the ability to follow procedures to ensure effective and efficient security systems.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Alnwick Infirmary
South Road
Alnwick
NE66 2NS
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Alnwick Infirmary
South Road
Alnwick
NE66 2NS
Employer's website
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